1988 Lada Niva vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 307 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (114 Nm @ 2070 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Niva | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Niva | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2070 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
